Fresh, elegant and layered, the 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Boisrenard from the Coulon brothers is a field blend dominated by Grenache, yet includes all 13 permitted varieties. Destemmed, vinified in oak tanks and aged 18 months in small foudre, this beauty offers a terrific bouquet of black currants, smoked herbs, charred meat, creosote and licorice; while there’s a modern slant to the profile here, it still shows terrific southern Rh?ne soul. Medium-bodied to full-bodied, fresh, elegant and pure, with a youthful feel, it’s can be enjoyed anytime over the coming decade.

The impressive 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape Boisrenard offers up aromas of black cherries, licorice, tar, earth, and spicy oak in the background. It is full-bodied and dense, with outstanding concentration, sweet but noticeable tannin, and plenty of spice and earth notes. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2024. One of the oldest estate bottlers of Chateauneuf du Pape, the Coulon family boasts an extraordinary track record of making wine. They were one of the first to offer a luxury cuvee, called Boisrenard. The Chateauneuf du Pape (a blend of 70% Grenache, 10% Mourvedre, 8% Cinsault, and the rest various authorized varietals) spends time in both small barrel and foudre.